Blunted blades Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, April 6, 2022 · 11-Down
Appeared in 3 New York Times Crosswords between October 2003 and April 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 6, 2022 · 11-Down · 5 letters
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a fencing sword similar to a foil but with a heavier blade
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